For many years known as the Galway Great Southern, this historic railway hotel overlooking Eyre Square right in the centre of Galway was built in 1852. It has always had a special place in the hearts of Galway people.
In 2006 the much-loved Great So ... more...
Famed for its spectacular views of the Gap of Dunloe, this luxurious five star hotel is a sister property to the nearby Europe Hotel & Resort, Fossa and Ard na Sidhe Country House, Caragh Lake (see entries).
While it is just five minute ... more...
When Santander-born chef Luis Martin took over The Old Couch Café in the centre of Waterford in 2023, it was a quirky little restaurant with a big reputation for doing things differently - but always with finesse. It was a good match for a chef ... more...
Wine lovers should make a beeline for Piglet Wine Bar, an authentic osteria located down the quieter end of Temple Bar. The small premises, complete with outdoor tables that open onto lovely Cow's Lane, is run by Italian wine importer, Enrico Fantasia, ... more...
Literally two minutes drive from Belfast International airport’s terminal building and nestled between fields of barley, this small family-owned hotel has at its heart a restored 200 year old country house.
Today, with the addition of a sympathe ... more...
In Galway’s busiest restaurant street McDonagh's has been serving fish and chips long before this part of town became a magnet for tourists in search of food and drink.
Nationally renowned as one of the best of its kind, it is today a thriving m ... more...
Fishing is perhaps the big draw to Joe and Noreen Willoughby's welcoming country house hotel in Lismore, but a relaxing laid-back atmosphere, log fires and good home cooking also add up to a very attractive package - as many new fans have discovered re ... more...
Jack and Theo Kirwan have built a loyal following for the Sprout & Co Kitchen chain with impressive speed and efficiency. The brand began life in 2013 as Sprout Food Company, a small juice concession in Avoca’s Rathcoole outlet where Jack had ... more...
About 20 years ago,101 Talbot hit upon a winning formula of serving good, affordable food in relaxed surroundings.
Today this restaurant continues to pack its tables 5 nights a week, with the emphasis still very much on value and flavour.
The decor r ... more...
Overlooking the River Lagan opposite Andy Scott's Beacon of Hope sculpture in downtown Belfast, the location of one of Northern Ireland's most exciting restaurants seems appropriate - and owners Alain Kerloc’h (former restaurant manager at Deane ... more...